Deputy Vice Chancellor's messageIt is no doubt that student counseling service has a vital role in the overall mission of the university education. The primary function of student counseling service continues to be the provision of direct counseling interventions to students whose personal and socioeconomic problems interfere with their ability to function in the academic environment at the University. Read more. |
Student Counseling & Other Affiliated Services
The student counseling service of the university provides services and programmes which promote the personal development and psychological well-being of students. It also helps to develop a university atmosphere which is conducive to maximize students` educational attainments. Students have the opportunity to discuss their various psychological, social and economical problems or any other crises they face during their university education with the student counselors. These student counselors offer counseling services on a confidential basis to students. They will assist the students to overcome difficulties with learning as well as any personal problems that may interfere with their academic progress. When special attention is required these counselors make necessary arrangements to obtain the service of a professional counselor. The University has appointed a senior student counselor to coordinate the student counseling activities under the guidance of Deputy Vice-Chancellor. In addition, the university has appointed a Deputy Senior Student Counselor and student counselors for each faculty. Most of these student counselors have undergone special trainings on counseling.
For the Students
New students are given an opportunity to familiarize with their student counselors during the orientation programme. Student counseling has provided a greater level of mental relief to the students by allowing them to discuss their issues with counselors. The student counselors play a key role in safeguarding new students from ragging. In addition, the Faculty of Medicine has a Student Support Service (SSS) which is open during working hours. This centre handles problems of medical students with regards to academic and personal matters on a one-to-one confidential basis. They also have access to a hot line 24 hours of the day, every day of the year.